RFP 201-26-040 Child Nutrition Information Management System

The Virginia Department of Education is soliciting proposals for a Child Nutrition Information Management System through RFP-122771, issued on July 17, 2026, with responses due by July 24, 2026. The system must support the efficient administration of child nutrition programs across the state, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while improving data accuracy, reporting capabilities, and operational workflows for school districts. The contract falls under NAICS code 518210, indicating a focus on data processing, hosting, and related services, and is open to all eligible vendors without a specific set-aside designation. Performance of the work is required to be centered at 101 N. 14th Street in Richmond, Virginia, with the system expected to be accessible and functional statewide. Arielle Griffith of the Virginia Department of Education serves as the point of contact for all inquiries, reachable via email or phone, and all submissions must be made through the designated online portal at the provided UI link. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, experience in similar systems, scalability, security protocols, user training support, and alignment with the department’s operational needs. The selected vendor will be responsible for deploying, maintaining, and supporting a robust, compliant, and user-friendly information management solution that integrates seamlessly with existing state systems and facilitates real-time data exchange for meal counting, eligibility determination, and financial reporting.